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See “Important Safety Instructions” on the next page. Never try to repair the oven on your own – dangerous voltage is inside. If the oven needs to be repaired, call 1-800-SAMSUNG for the name of an authorized service center near you.
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This oven is a full- featured, easy-to-use appliance built to strict quality standards set by Samsung — the highest in the industry. We’re proud to offer you a product that will provide convenient, dependable service for years to come.
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When Using Any Electrical Appliance (cont.) • Do not immerse cord or plug in water. • Keep cord away from heated surfaces. • Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter. • When cleaning door and oven surfaces, use only mild, non-abrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth.
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ROUNDING NSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having a ground- ing wire with a grounding plug.
Oven COOKING TRAY DOOR LATCHES DISPLAY CONTROL PANEL DOOR Control Panel Instant Reheat Button (Baby Food, Baby Formula, Custom) Clear/Off Button Cooking Time Button Accessory Cooking Tray Wash carefully in warm, soapy water or in the dishwasher. To pre- vent breakage, do not place the tray in water just after cooking. The tray can be broken if dropped.
Setting the Clock Use the + and - buttons to enter the time of day. The clock can only be set immediately after plugging in the microwave. If you cannot set the clock, unplug the microwave and start again. 1 Press + button repeatedly to set the time of day in hours. 2 Press - button repeatedly to set the time of day in minutes.
Instant Reheat Settings 1. Baby Food To use the baby food feature : 1. Remove lid from baby food and place in the center of the oven. 2. Press the BABY FOOD button once for 2.5 ounces of baby food. You can select 4.0, 6.0 and 7.5 ounces by pressing the BABY FOOD button repeatedly.
More Time/Less Time This button works with Time Cook or the Instant Reheat features. Use + or - buttons during the cooking time countdown. Pressing + button will add 10 seconds to the cooking time each time you press it. Pressing - button will subtract 10 seconds of cooking time each time you press it.
Cooking Utensils This section lists which utensils can be used in the microwave, which ones have limited use for short periods, and which ones should not be used in the microwave. R e c o m m e n d e d •...
Cooking Techniques Your microwave makes cooking easier than conventional cooking, provided you keep these considerations in mind: S t i rr i n g Stir foods such as casseroles and vegetables while cooking to distribute heat evenly. Food at the outside of the dish absorbs more energy and heats more quickly, so stir from the outside to the center.
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Cooking Techniques Adding moisture Microwave energy is attracted to water molecules. Food that is uneven in mois- ture content should be covered or allowed to stand so that the heat disperses evenly. Add a small amount of water to dry food to help it cook. General tips •...
Guía de consulta rápida en español Poner en hora el re l o j • Presione el botón de + de forma repetida para fijar la hora del día en horas. • Presione el botón de - de forma repetida para fijar la hora del día en minu- tos.
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3) Otras Comidas(recaliento a la medida) El teclado CUSTOM registra el tiempo necessario para recalentar comidas especiales. Para fijar el tiempo de concinado: • Presione el botón CUSTOM una vez cuando cocine por primera vez. • Presione los botónes + o - para fijar el tiempo de cocinado. •...
Troubleshooting Guide Before you call our service line (1-800-SAMSUNG), check to see if one of the solutions below will solve your problem. The micro w a v e ’s display does not come on and the oven will not o p e r a t e .
Never operate the oven without food in it; this can damage the magnetron tube or glass tray. You may wish to leave a cup of water in the oven when it is not in use to prevent damage if the oven is accidentally turned on. Specifications SJ0396W Model Number 0.3cuft Oven Cavity...
Warranty Information Limited Wa rranty to Original Purc h a s e r This Samsung product is warranteed by Samsung Electronics America, Inc. (hereafter referred to as SEA) against manufacturing defects in material or workmanship for the following periods: Labor: One year (carry-in)
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For the locations of a SAMSUNG Authorized Service Center, please call toll-free: In the United States: 1-800-SAMSUNG ( 1-800-726-7864 ) In Canada: 1-800-SAMSUNG...
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Les réparations sous garantie décrites ci-dessus doivent être effectuées dans un centre de réparation agréé SAMSUNG. En plus de la présente garantie, la garantie lim- itée originale et une facture datée en tant que preuve d’achat doivent être présentées au centre de réparation. Le transport de l’appareil au et à...
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Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. June. 1999 Printed in Korea Code No. : DE68-00540A...
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